Which resort town in Santa Cruz province is known as the 'National Trekking Capital' of Argentina?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. El Chaltén, the gateway to Cerro Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre trails
- Step 1: El Chaltén was founded in October 1985 by Santa Cruz province to assert sovereignty near the Chilean border. Step 2. It has grown into a world-famous hub for climbers, backpackers, and international trekkers. Answer: El Chaltén, the gateway to Cerro Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre trails. Why not the others: Congress officially designated it the National Trekking Capital in 2014.
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